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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2013
Process Enhancements Continue to Grow Waterville Mill By Paul Anderson Huhtamaki
has been heavily focused on Continuous Improvement at its Waterville mill. These improvements have helped the plant add additional business as well as creating the need to hire eighty-nine new employees in the past year. Business Excellence with a Continuous Improvement Lean Six Sigma program is part of Huhtamaki's worldwide initiative to create a competitive advantage in the market place. The Waterville Plant has had several award
winning Lean Six Sigma projects. These projects have strengthened the company by reducing wastes, eliminating costs, and increasing sales. These efforts, along with capital investments at the Waterville facility, help to continue a legacy that is now over one hundred ten years old in the Waterville area. Huhtamaki takes great pride in its energy conservation policies. The plant recently switched to LNG gas, a cleaner and less expensive alternative to fuel oil and will switch to natural gas as soon as it is available. Heat
is recycled from machinery and air compressors to help cut fuel consumption. In addition to using recycled pre-consumer paper or newspaper for many of its food service products, the Waterville mill recycles all of its office paper and cardboard and sells process raw material scrap to a composite deck manufacturer. The Mill’s primary focus is on Safety and our safety record is an area we are particularly proud of. We introduced a Safety Advocate
program that created two full-time hourly positions dedicated entirely to employee safety concerns. Their duties include working hand-in-hand with employees to address concerns, follow up on recommendations and provide in-depth investigations on all nearmisses and recordable accidents. Our safety record has improved steadily over the last several years. In 2005 our DART rate (Days Away and Restricted Time) was 6.91 which translated into 48 recordable inci-
Highlights in this Issue: P. 2: From the President’s Chair P. 3: Improving Collaboration in Regional Workforce Development P. 4: Member Events Calendar P. 6: Tax Dispute Resolution Alternative P. 8: Member Spotlight: T-Mobile dents. In 2012 our DART rate was .62 which translated into 7 recordable incidents. Huhtamaki's turnover rate in 2012 was only .01 and some of our employees can count back four generations of family members who have worked here, reminding us of the consistent presence and impact the facility has had and continues to have in our community. Huhtamaki has deep roots in central Maine, dating back to the development of molded fiber technology in 1903 by Martin
Keyes of the Keyes Fiber Company. The huge mill spans the city of Waterville in Kennebec County and town of Fairfield in Somerset County, thus contributing significantly to the tax bases of both communities. Huhtamaki provides many of the world’s most recognizable consumer goods packaging and food service containers, as well as the retail line of Chinet® premium disposable tableware. If you’ve ever eaten a meal or picked up a coffee “to go” at a fast-food restaurant, chances are the containers were made at our local plant.
Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce
2014 Business to Business Showcase Thursday, March 27, 2014 · 12-6PM· Alfond Athletic Center Fieldhouse, Colby College Registration opens this month! See insert within or visit www.midmaineb2b.com for details. 50 ELM STREET, WATERVILLE, ME 04901 • TEL: (207) 873-3315 • FAX: (207) 877-0087 info@midmainechamber.com • www.midmainechamber.com Brad Fisher, Chair of the Board • Kimberly N. Lindlof, President & CEO
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From the President’s Chair I hate those programs that do “a year in review” so I’m going to spare you Bowdoin Photography that, but I will say that our economy has had some positive growth in 2013, not the least of which is the distribution of natural gas to our region thanks to the hard work of many and the investment that Summit Natural Gas is making in our region. As its distribution permeates the area, more and more of our businesses and HVAC members (among others) will benefit from the reduced heating costs and additional jobs created. Remember, if you have positions open at your business, you can post them on the Chamber’s Web site for FREE as a member. Our 2014 Business Breakfast Series and Business After Hours calendars have been published (see yellow and white inserts). Our board has adopted its 2014 committee meeting calendar and 2014 Programs of Work for each committee. We could always use more volunteer help on our committees. Please contact the office to get involved. In addition to giving back, you’ll grow your business from the contacts you make.
Alfond Youth Center & Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine 126 North St., Waterville January 15th · 5:30-7PM Sponsored by:
Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Many fabulous door prizes, 50/50 raffle & more! Thank you to our 50/50 Sponsor:
KVCC Breaks Ground at Alfond Campus in Hinckley
We have also set dates for our major fund-raisers/ networking events: Business to Business Showcase at Colby College – March 27 (see insert); Annual Awards Dinner at the Waterville Elks Club – April 29; Golf Tournament at Waterville Country Club – June 2; Taste of Greater Waterville – Aug. 6; and Super Raffle Dinner on Sept. 25. Please mark you calendars. As always, we have some high profile sponsorship opportunities available. Please contact Christian if you’re interested in learning more. May you have a happy and prosperous New Year!
- Kimberly
Learn how Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce can help with your ribbon cutting or groundbreaking ceremony by e-mailing Christian at prog.asst@midmainechamber.com.
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Workforce Development Committee Works to Strengthen Regional Collaboration Between Service Providers By Jim Peacock Subcommittee meetings are Thursday, November 12th, the Mid-Maine February 6th, from 1:30 - 3:30PM at the Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce Educare meeting room and Thursday, Development subcommittee of the BusiMay 22nd, from 1:30 - 3:30PM at the ness Expansion & Retention Committee Waterville Fire Station meeting room. invited more than 50 career service proSubcommittee members include: Kim viders in the region to discuss ways to Lindlof, Mid-Maine Chamber of Comimprove Workforce Development. merce; Michelle Prince and Dana HamilThe subcommittee’s goals are ton, Kennebec Valley Community Acfor: tion Program; Tammy Rabideau and service providers to make better Workforce development professionals gathered in November Sarah Sugden, Waterville Public Lias part of a Chamber initiative to strengthen regional referrals for their clients brary; Lauren Sterling, Educare Cencollaboration among service providers. service providers to share their tral Maine; Linda Fossa, City of resources and who their target The committee believes there are numer- Waterville; Jeff Sneddon, Central/Western market is with other service providers ous benefits to meeting three times per year Maine Workforce Investment Board; Darryl clients in the greater Waterville area to with a structured agenda, including: (1) the Sterling, Central Maine Growth Council; receive the best services available in as- opportunity to share information in order to and Jim Peacock (facilitator), Peak-Careers sisting them in achieving gainful employ- make better referrals, (2) people make better Consulting. ment referrals when they know the person to whom With thirty attendees, each of whom intro- they are referring a client, and (3) staying duced themselves and their services to the current as people need to be reminded of local group, the first meeting was a great suc- services in a format that will be meaningful to Upcoming Workforce cess. No one person in attendance knew all them. Development Committee the services in the area, but this initial meetOur plans for the future are to meet three meetings: ing represented a step forward in helping all times per year with three service providers of us make better referrals and receive better giving a ten minute overview of what their Thursday, February 6 referrals. company or organization does and the constitThere is clearly a wealth of career and uents they serve. This will be followed by 1:30-3:30 PM workforce development support in the area, as five area employers who will present on releEducare Central Maine well as enthusiasm and an interest in collabo- vant topics and answer such questions as: 56 Drummond Ave., Waterville rating. Here are a couple key points from that What is your business? What do you look for initial meeting. in skills sets? What are your greatest Thursday, May 22 The service providers represented agencies needs? Where do you see your business go1:30-3:30 PM working in three general areas: ing in the future? Waterville Fire Station The hope is for service providers to make direct service providers (ex: Skills, Inc.) 7 College Ave., Waterville collaborators (ex: Waterville Public and receive better referrals and for employers to have a pool of qualified candidates for Library) To learn more, e-mail policy and development organizations open positions. info@midmainechamber.com. Our next two Workforce Development (ex: Apprenticeship programs)
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Jan. 2: Weekly Snowshoe Adventures at Inland Woods/Pine Ridge Trails begins. Meet at trailhead behind Inland Hospital 5:30PM each Thursday; ages 12 and up welcome. Snowshoes available to ron.crowe@mainegeneral.org or 872-4455. borrow; lights required. FMI: ewells@emhs.org or 861-3292. Jan. 12: Waterville Opera House presents National Theater Live’s Hamlet rebroadcast at Jan. 3: Maine-ly Elder Care blood pressure 2PM. FMI: www.operahouse.org. clinic at Shaw’s in Waterville from 2 to 4PM. All screenings are free, and participants will Jan. 14: “Getting Started with Constant Conbe entered to win a $25 gift card to Shaw’s. A tact E-mail Marketing” seminar with Tracy registered nurse will be on site to provide O’Clair of TOCMedia. Freeport Community screenings and information. Center 8-11:30AM. FMI: www.tocFMI: www.maine-lyeldercare.com. media.com. Jan. 4: Inland Hospital presents Let’s Go! WinterFest at Green Street (Sherwin) Park in Waterville 1-4PM. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of outdoor winter fun. Limited equipment available for sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or bring your own. FMI: www.inlandhospital.org or 861-3292. Jan. 7: Thomas College basketball teams play UMaine Farmington at home. Men’s game at 5:30PM; women’s game at 7:30PM. Jan. 8: Kennebec Valley Human Resources Association meets 7:30-9:30AM at O’Brien’s Irish Pub with presentation on “Social Media Advertising and Recruitment Strategies.” FMI: kvhraemail@gmail.com. Jan. 8: Maine State Department of Labor counseling on job search resources, services and programs available at Waterville Public Library. Drop in or by appointment 1-4PM. FMI: 680-2603.
#21: “Rabid Outdoorsman Hits Headlines with Content Marketing” at Thomas College at 8AM. Sponsored by TOCMedia, Little Pictures of Maine & KV Connect. FMI: www.smbcme.com. Jan. 21: Solar PV Workshop for Maine Code Officials at Kennebec Valley Community College. 8:30AM-4PM. Preregister by Jan. 9. $50 fee includes lunch and refreshments. FMI: ahudnor@kvcc.me.edu or 453-5813.
Jan. 22: Maine State Department of Labor counseling on job search resources, services and programs available at Waterville Public Jan. 15: One hour information session with Library. Drop in or by appointment 1-4PM. representative of Women Unlimited at Water- FMI: 680-2603. ville Public Library. 10:30-11:30AM every third Thursday. FMI: Jan. 24: Maine-ly Elder Care blood pressure clinic at Hannaford in Elm Plaza, Waterville, www.womenunlimited.org. from 2 to 4PM. All screenings are free, and Jan. 15: Waterville Opera House presents participants will be entered to win a $25 gift Munch 150, an on-screen exhibition in cele- card to Hannaford. A registered nurse will be bration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of on site to provide screenings and information. FMI: www.maine-lyeldercare.com. Edvard Munch. FMI: www.operahouse.org. Jan. 18: Waterville Opera House presents Jan. 24: PechaKucha Night Waterville, Vol. Metropolitan Opera Live in HD: Falstaff 14 at Hathaway Creative Center. Doors (rebroadcast). 1PM. FMI: open at 6:30 with presentations at 7:20PM. FMI: www.facebook.com/PKNWaterville. www.operahouse.org. Jan. 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Program: Civil Rights Movement Reflections with author Dorothy Foreman Cotton at Colby College. FMI: www.colby.edu/calendar
Jan. 25: Hardy Girls Healthy Women presents Adventure Girls: Miss Wizard! Learn how science can be fun with physics professor Lisa Lessard. Open to girls grades 2-6. FMI & to register: www.hghw.org.
Jan. 20: Maine Film Center presents Kwaidan as part of its Monday Night Movies: World Cinema Masterpieces in 35mm series. Showing at Waterville Opera House at 7PM. FMI: www.operahouse.org.
Jan. 25: TownSquare Media presents The Snow Ball: Second Chance Prom at Senator Inn 6-11PM. FMI: www.92moose.fm.
Jan. 10: MaineGeneral Workplace Health’s Friday Forums for Business: “Good Health is Good Business” with presenters Denise Jan. 30: TownSquare Media Job Fair at AuDumont-Bernier, director of Workplace gusta Armory 1-6PM. FMI & to participate as Health, and LeeAnna Lavoie, business health a business: 623-4735 or www.92moose.fm Jan. 21: Social Media Breakfast Central Maine and wellness manager. FMI: sha-
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Central Maine Endoscopy Center Jeremy Alexander 40 Airport Road, Suite 2 Waterville, ME 04901 680-2070 jalexandercmec@roadrunner.com www.centralmaineendoscopy.com Lawrence Adult Education Deb Bomaster 4 School Street Fairfield, ME 04937 453-4200 ext. 3115 adulted@msad49.org www.lawrenceadulted.org Northern Stars Planetarium John Meader 15 Western Avenue Fairfield, ME 04937 453-7668 jtmeader@myfairpoint.net www.northern-stars.com Preti Flaherty Beliveau & Pachios, LLP Tony Buxton 45 Memorial Circle Augusta, ME 04330 623-5300 abuxton@preti.com www.preti.com Varney Agency Brandi Meisner 63 Main Street Anson, ME 04911 696-5391 bmeisner@varneyagency.com www.varneyagency.com
Margo Beemer, FNP, will be joining the medical team at Lovejoy Health Center this winter. She brings over 10 years of nursing experience in civilian and military hospital settings as well as in the public health teaching arena in the USA and Southeast Asia.
ization. Congratulations!
Debra Daigle, LCSW, has joined the team at Lovejoy Health Center to provide behavioral health services. With the integration of primary care and behavioral health services, the Lovejoy Health Center team is able to more fully address the needs of Alecia Sudmeyer has been named Web- their patients from birth through retiremaster at Unity College. Based in the ment and beyond. Marketing Dept., she will manage the development, design, maintenance, and im- Ryan Mastrangelo has been named Assispact of Unity College’s web properties. tant Director of Admissions — First-Year Student Counselor at Unity College. She Dr. Richard Hopper, president of Kenne- will focus on recruitment of first-year stubec Valley Community College, spoke at dents, develop partnerships with high the Mid-Maine Global Forum Dec. 11 on schools, and contribute to Unity’s expandlessons Maine can learn from Japan’s edu- ing national reach. cation policies since World War II. Dr. Hopper was invited to address the monthly Thomas College’s VP of Advancement forum as the featured speaker based on his Bob Moore and Assistant Dean of Alumni expertise in international education, in- & Career Services Lucy Campbell Pelsma cluding his tenure as Senior Education were invited to Educate Maine’s Pipeline Analyst at the Organisation for Economic to Prosperity Symposium to present on Co-operation and Development in Paris. Thomas’s Guaranteed Job Program. More than 300 business, policy, education and Lorain Francis has accepted the position community leaders attended the annual of Senior Program Director with Maine Symposium held in Portland. Downtown Center. She leaves her position of the last 5 years as founding execu- Efficiency Maine recently presented tive director of Rockland Main Street with awards honoring its top contractors, cusgracious support from her board of direc- tomers, and partners of the year. Hontors. orees included Keith McPherson of Home Energy Answers, who was awarded ParDorcas Riley has joined Day’s Jewelers ticipating Energy Advisor of the Year. as vice president of finance. Welcome aboard! Dr. Donavan Outten will lead Unity College in its first ever expansion into the Maine Development Foundation an- creation and delivery of online academic nounced that Harold W. Clossey has been programming that is mission driven, effecappointed President & CEO of the organi- tive, and embodies the College’s first in zation, concluding an extensive search for the nation focus on Sustainability Science. a strong and visionary leader of the organ-
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Board of Tax Appeals Offers Alternative Dispute Resolution Maine businesses should be aware of a relatively new option for appealing
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Business Expansion & Retention Chamber Boardroom
assessments and decisions issued by Maine Revenue Services (MRS). The Maine Board of Tax Appeals was recently created to provide individuals and Executive Committee 7:30 AM businesses with an independent review of MRS decisions without the cost of Fri., Jan. 17 Chamber Boardroom going to court. The Board is separate from MRS, and its three members, who are appointed by the Governor, are charged with resolving disputes between Membership Services Committee Wed., Jan. 22 8:00 AM MRS and taxpayers in an efficient, fair and inexpensive manner. Chamber Boardroom A taxpayer may file an appeal with the Board if there was more than $1,000 Board of Directors in dispute, including penalties and interest, at the time the taxpayer requested Fri., Jan. 24 7:30 AM reconsideration from MRS, the first step in the appeal process. Board proChamber Boardroom ceedings are informal, the rules of evidence used in court do not apply, and the Board discusses issues with taxpayers and MRS in a conversational manner rather than conducting judicial-type hearings. Taxpayers may represent themJanuary 9: Business Breakfast selves before the Board or be represented by any individual of their choice. Series Even a business entity does not need to be represented by an attorney, but may 7:15-9AM at Thomas College instead have its owner, an employee or a tax advisor appear on its behalf. The Oak Room, Spann Student Commons only fee for appealing to the Board is a $100 charge due when taxpayers elect “Maximizing the Next New Energy to have a conference with MRS and one of the Board’s Appeals Officers, which Alternative: Natural Gas and Your Bottom Line” with allows taxpayers to present their arguments to the Appeals Officer in person, Mike Duguay, business specialist with Summit Natural together with any evidence, including witness testimony. Gas. To register, visit www.midmainechamber.com or Appealing to the Board is an excellent option when the amount of tax in e-mail Christian at prog.asst@midmainechamber.com. dispute does not justify the cost in filing an appeal in court. Even with larger amounts at stake, an appeal to the Board may allow taxpayers to avoid the need January 15: Business After Hours to go to court by resolving the parties’ dispute or giving them time to reach a 5:30-7PM Alfond Youth Center & Big settlement. Board decisions are issued within four to six months of an appeal Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine being filed, which is much faster than most court proceedings. 126 North St., Waterville Finally, appeals to the Board are not open to the public. Information such as Join us for networking and more. As altrade secrets and marketing and financial data may be discussed without fear of ways, this is a great way to mix and minit being disclosed. All decisions published by the Board are redacted to protect gle with other business professionals! Remember your a taxpayer’s identity and sensitive information. business cards. No registration required. Join us! For information on appealing tax disputes to the Maine Board of Tax Appeals, visit www.maine.gov/boardoftaxappeals or contact the Board’s staff at February 6: Meet the Reps 287-2864. 5:30-7PM at Hampton Inn Waterville 425 Kennedy Memorial Dr., Waterville Win $30,000 for your business idea at LaunchPad! Join Mid-Maine Chamber and KV Connect for Meet the Reps, a chance to interact Apply to compete in LaunchPad 2014, a program offering Maine businesses & entrepreneurs the opportunity to win $30,000 with a live competition to with your representatives at the local, state, and national be held April 10, 2014. Entries will be accepted between January 6 and February 14. level in a casual setting. Free and open to the public. Please RSVP to Christian at For more information, visit www.gorhamsavingsbank.com/launchpad. prog.asst@midmainechamber.com.
Upcoming Events
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Hardy Girls Healthy Women is accepting Warren's Office Supplies was Veterans Gala! The award is presented by nominations for its 6th annual Girls Rock recently recognized as 2013 the Employer Support of the Guard and ReAwards. All girls who live in Maine and are Small Business of the Year by serve, a division of the Department of Debetween the ages of 12 and 19 are eligible to the Center for Entrepreneurship fense that works with and recognizes civilian be nominated for one of the five awards, and at York County Community employers. It was presented to BONNEY nominations are welcome from anyone. College. Warren's was nomi- Staffing as recognition for its 'above and Visit www.hghw.org to learn more and to nated by John Tanguay of San- beyond' support for Maine's Guard and Remake a nomination by the January 31st ford Institution for Savings. The selection serve members. deadline. was based on financial performance, local ownership, growth in industry, investment in Champion’s Fitness Club is offering its Registration is now people, real estate & technology and success “Let’s Lose It” Competition beginning in open for the One in against the odds. January, an 8 week weight loss competition Five 5K, which will directed by Lisa Lambert, Certified Biggest be hosted in on April Efficiency Maine recently preLoser Profes13 by Sexual Assented awards honoring its top sional. Space is contractors, customers and partlimited; call 873sault Crisis & Support Center at ners of Efficiency Maine pro0571 to learn Thomas College and grams. Honorees included Memore. sponsored by Central Maine Motors, chanical Services, Qualified Maine Today Media, and The Mix 107.9. Partner of the Year for MechanSomerset Stone Center is now Somerset Inspired by the current Maine statistic that ical Projects, and Sam’s Club, Stone & Stove, which will still be found at an estimated one in five Mainers have been Retail Partner of the Year. 1078 Kennedy Memorial Drive in Oakland. affected by sexual violence, nearly 500 peoLearn more at its new Web site, ple are expected to participate. Learn more BONNEY Staffing received the Above and www.somersetstoneandstove.com. at www.silentnomore.org. Beyond Award at this year's 42nd Annual Joshua Chamberlain Award Presentation & Unity College has received a transformative gift that will enhance teaching, research, Maine Ranks “Most Improved” in Efficiency Rankings experiential learning and programs in susAccording to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, which tainability science. Isabel McKay and Rick recently released its 2013 Energy Efficiency Scorecard, Maine is the most Thompson of Brooks have gifted Half Moon improved state in the nation compared to its position in last year's energy effiGardens of Thorndike, a multifaceted greenciency ranking. Maine moved from 25th place to 16th in the country overall house operation featuring conventional and for energy efficiency. The annual report provides a broad assessment of policertified organic cies and programs that improve energy efficiency. The score card examines products. The six policy areas in which states typically pursue energy efficiency: utility & property, along "public benefits" programs & policies; transportation policies; building energy codes & with five years of compliance; combined heat & power policies; appliance & equipment standards; and financial support, state government-led initiatives around energy efficiency. is valued at over (Source: Efficiency Maine) $1.2 million.
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Did you know?
Through volunteer work and almost $20,000 in supplies and materials, the Oakland T-Mobile call center gave the children at the Ralph M. Atwood Primary School in Oakland a wonderful start to the 2013 school year.
In 2013, the Oakland T-Mobile call center provided over 400 career opportunities for the local and surrounding communities. In 2014, the company intends to provide almost 400 more opportunities with competitive pay, benefits, and incentives.
In 2013, once again, T-Mobile was chosen as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine. T-Mobile offers great incentives, bonus opportunities, employee phone program, tuition re-imbursement program, on-site gym, game room, walking trails, on-site café, and more. In addition, the sense of community that comes with being a part of the T-Mobile family makes it one of Maine’s Best Places to Work.
The Oakland T-Mobile call center is proud to be the #1 performing Customer Service Call Center in T-Mobile. Out of 17 centers total, it earned the number 1 spot thanks to the professionalism and customer service excellence that its team members bring to T-Mobile customers.
The Oakland T-Mobile call center is not just another corporate call center. T-Mobile is a community within this community and feels strongly about being involved with the people and businesses that have helped it to grow since it opened its doors in 2005. T-Mobile is excited to be a growing company and a growing part of the community in 2014 and beyond. The Oakland T-Mobile call center looks forward to strengthening its already solid partnerships with the local and surrounding communities and to building new partnerships. Helping to do that will be Jonathan Farr, who has stepped in to the role of Recruiter for the Oakland T-Mobile call center. Jon is excited to be able to help share the opportunities that T-Mobile has to offer. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Jonathan Farr at: Jonathan.Farr@T-Mobile.com (207) 859-8103
Have some news you would like to share? Submit a short announcement to the Chamber office by the 3rd Friday of the prior month. Inserts are also available for $125 per month. Call 873-3315 or email info@midmainechamber.com. Disclaimer: Mid-Maine Chamber’s InTouch newsletter is published monthly as a benefit to members and affiliates. All member news is compiled and submitted solely by our members; therefore, we reserve the right to omit and/or edit as appropriate and cannot guarantee complete accuracy of all announcements. Sponsorship inserts do not necessarily reflect the position of Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce.
Business to Business Showcase 2014 Thursday, March 27, 2014 Colby College Field House 4000 Mayflower Hill, Waterville 12:00 to 6:00 PM
Join us for mid-Maine’s premier tradeshow, featuring: 2,000+ attendees Great networking opportunity $1,000 cash prize Free admission with business card ($5 general admission)
Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce members are invited to reserve a booth to display products and services at the 2014 Business to Business Showcase. The cost is $199 per booth. Please fax this form to 877-0087 or e-mail Christian at prog.asst@midmainechamber.com to reserve your booth.
Name: ___________________________________________________ Company: ___________________________________________________ Signature: ___________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________ *Booth: 1st Choice ________ 2nd Choice ________ 3rd Choice ________ Please check what you would like provided: Electricity Table Table Cloth (Note: table clothes requested on the day of the event will have an associated cost of $30.) Do you have internship opportunities available? (Check yes or no.) YES NO If yes, your booth will be marked with a balloon at the showcase. *Please see reverse to view floor plan. Priority will be given to 2013 participants until Friday, January 17, after which booth choice will be accommodated on a first come, first served basis. Contact us at 873-3315 for more information.
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Please mark booth preferences on registration form (see reverse). While we cannot guarantee spaces, we will do our best to accommodate booth requests on a first come, first served basis.
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Mid-Maine’s premier tradeshow: 2,000+ attendees Great networking opportunity Free admission with business card ($5 general admission)